Forest Rights Act
The Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, reported in Rajya Sabha that as of May 31, 2025, over 51 lakh claims have been filed under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) across 20 states and 1 Union Territory. Approximately 49% of these claims have resulted in title distributions. The
Tribal Affairs
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the 3rd Regional Process Lab (RPL) of the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan in Dehradun, aiming to empower 20 lakh tribal grassroots functionaries for inclusive development. This initiative focuses on reimagining governance at the grassroots level, promoting inter-departmental collaboration, and ensuring culturally relevant programs for tribal
Individual Forest Rights
The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs reported that Karnataka has received 289,236 Individual Forest Rights (IFR) claims, with 15,772 pending. The state is implementing the Forest Rights Act, with monitoring committees reviewing progress and financial support provided for dedicated FRA cells. The report includes district-wise details
Tribal Affairs
The Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Shri Jual Oram, announced the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) in Rajya Sabha, aimed at benefiting nearly 5 crore tribal people by addressing infrastructural gaps and improving access to healthcare, education, Anganwadi facilities, and livelihood opportunities. The initiative targets 63,843 tribal
Eklavya Schools
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has established the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) to manage the Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) scheme. Over the past five years, significant funds have been allocated to NESTS for the construction and operation of EMRSs. Additionally, various scholarship schemes for tribal students,
Post-Matric Scholarship
The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, provided details on the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students in Rajya Sabha. Over the last five academic years, the number of beneficiaries has varied, with a peak of 23.44 lakhs in 2021-22. The scheme, which
PM-JANMAN
The PM-JANMAN initiative, launched on November 15, 2023, aims to enhance the socio-economic conditions of 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across 18 states and one Union Territory. With a budget of ₹24,104 Cr, the program focuses on providing essential services such as housing, clean water, education, health, and
PM JANMAN
The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, reported in Lok Sabha that the Ministry of Tribal Affairs is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN) in Maharashtra. This initiative aims to improve the socio-economic conditions of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
Tribal Affairs
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs in India is actively supporting the preservation of tribal cultural heritage through the Centrally Sponsored scheme 'Support to Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)'. This initiative provides financial assistance to 29 TRIs for research, documentation, and cultural events aimed at promoting tribal languages, traditions, and
Eklavya Model Residential Schools
The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, announced the establishment of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in tribal-dominated areas to provide quality education to tribal children. The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) manages these schools, with significant financial allocations for construction and operational expenses.
Tribal Affairs
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has sanctioned 482 hostels with 32,146 seats for tribal students in the Bastar Division of Chhattisgarh. This initiative aims to enhance educational access for both boys and girls across seven districts. Additionally, the DhartiAabaJanjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan was launched to address infrastructural gaps and
EMRS
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has announced the establishment of two new EMRS (Eklavya Model Residential Schools) aimed at providing quality education and holistic development for tribal students. The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is urging state governments to make all approved EMRSs functional. The schools will offer